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Rose M.

On-Call, Occasional, Or Full Time

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Rose M. CARE GIVING YOU CAN TRUST. Trained at the Schmeiding Center for Senior Health Care in Springdale Arkansas, recognized by AARP as the Premiere training facility for Senior Heath. CEU's Certified as EL, PCA, HCA, CNA, Hospice Licensed since 2003. Alzheimer's Parkinson's Breast Cancer Diabetes Diet / shots Live in...
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San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
I am responsible for organizing the house, preparing meals, organizing the medications used, I have a good car, I drive carefully, I cook very healthily and my time is very flexible. I have patience and attention
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello Everyone! My name is Nickole and I bring years of hands-on experience providing dedicated care to individuals with a range of special needs. My approach is patient, compassionate, and tailored to meet each person's unique abilities, preferences, and daily care requirements. I've supported both children and adults with...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
My name is Darlene and I have been married for 31 years. I have three boys. One is married, one is engaged and my other one is going to be a teacher. I have been working with disabled young adults for 2 years with a company called Aspire. I have really enjoyed it. I really enjoy helping them to overcome obstacles. I have had...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
Hello! My name is Svetla. I've spent most of my career in the human services field, starting in a residential setting, where I spent about 3 years as a Care Coordinator, helping with daily needs such as meal prep, light housekeeping, running errands, appointments scheduling, transportation, grocery shopping, mobility assistance,...
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Andrew M.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As a former operations manager for a home care agency I am well aware of the high standards that families expect from their service providers.
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Annika T.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
I am 19 years old. I did an independent study to then get my high school diploma. I am CPR/First aid certified. I have music playing at every 'appropriate' opportunity, mostly stuff before the 90s. I spend much of my time reading books ranging from fantasy to philosophy.. I am not easily grossed out. It takes a lot to put...
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San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I am very familiar with children who have special needs. My next door neighbor when I was growing up had a child with special needs who was a few years younger than me. In the summer of 2016/17 I nannied a family with an 8-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old son with Down syndrome! I also nannied another child with Aspergers in...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a Registered Nurse, with about 10 years of experience at the bedside, working in both adult and pediatric care settings. After working through the pandemic, I am looking to take a break from the bedside, but still interested in caring for others. I currently work at a Children's Hospital caring for special needs and...
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Compasssionate Caregiver And Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Worked with children and adults with developmental disabilities for 4+ years. I worked as a behavioral technician using ABA and also provided community support.
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Experienced caregiver bringing 6 years of dedicated patient care in both facility and home environments. Assisted 6 patients with Alzheimer's at a time , in a senior home care , 24 hours shift with : - hygiene and exercise - monitored patient schedules , including doctor appointments, family visits , medications schedules...
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Patient, Grounded, Trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny & Educator

San Diego, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Patient, grounded, and trustworthy Montessori-trained Consultant, Neurodiversity Educator, & Nanny with over 23 years of experience guiding infants and children to be healthy independent individuals who trust life and understand their unique connection to community and environment. Expert household and administrative assistant,...
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Warm And Loving Sitter

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have over a years worth of experience with ABA and special needs care with a family and their 8-year-old daughter. She was non-verbal most of the time, with small phrases when she would get excited. I always planned engaging activities and prepared for any possible triggers and/or things that made her unhappy. As I got to know...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and positive person who has experience as a CNA and babysitter. I am committed to providing optimal care for children and adults and I am always open to completing new tasks amongst a job! I love to organize, cook, clean, and even do arts & crafts! I also was a Teacher's Assistant in High School...
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San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
Hi, a bit about me: I am originally from LA and am currently studying behavioral neuroscience at the University of San Diego on my way to being a speech pathologist (aka speech therapist). I was inspired to pursue this career after watching my god-brother, who is not 24, struggle with being nonverbal as an effect of his autism....
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Caregiver/Nursing Degree Holder

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver since year 2013 and I love what I do. This is my passion and making them feel that I can be trusted and treat like a family. I believe in giving TLC (tender love and care) is one of the main priority when dealing with client it gives them comfort to feel like home.
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San Diego, CA

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$36/hr
As a Registered Nurse, I have cared for many patients and had experience working with a multitude of disabilities. I most recently worked on an inpatient behavioral health unit. I completed one year of a graduate program in Early Childhood Special Education.
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm an early retired elementary school teacher and empty nester. I love keeping busy and helping people. I'm looking for flexible work where I can choose my days and hours. This way I'm able to enjoy my family and friends and keep busy in between. My bachelors degree was in health education and I have a credential in elementary...
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LPN

San Diego, CA

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$49/hr
8 years experience
I have had experience as a nurse working in Rehab, psych, pediatrics, geriatrics, and hospice.
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Tender And Loving Care

San Diego, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 plus years experience in Hospital, assisted living facilities, companion and home care ADLS. I have excellent references and dependable.
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